In Madagascar, at least 18 people were killed and dozens were wounded when police opened fire on a group of protesters. Media reports say, at the moment, 18 people have died, Nine on the spot and nine in hospital of the Indian Ocean island country.  <br />''<br />''The Police said, around 500 protesters armed with blades and machetes tried to force their way into the station. It said, Police first fired teargas and then rounds in the air to try to disperse the crowd. Madagascar is ranked among the poorest in the world and Revenge attacks are common in the country.<br />''<br />''<br />